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I'm Jill, aka "JPTPICS" and "The Menopausal Mom."
This little blog is where I will muse about life as a menopausal mom raising a tweenager, talk about GenX, how I try to juggle "it all," maintain a few percentage points of "me time," and stay connected to other humans (I do see the humor in my writing this in a blog post). I also share my mid-life journey as I try new things, like creating a blog, joining TikTok, and creating Amazon product reviews. You can expect random thoughts, memes, product reviews, and many typos. Also - I don't look like the cool AI-generated painting anymore, but I like it, so it's staying.
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I LOVE The 80's
Ah, the 80's - a time when neon colors clashed, perms reigned supreme, and mixtapes were the ultimate expression of love. Growing up in this era was like navigating a cultural minefield, where one wrong fashion choice could haunt you for decades to come.The Fashion Faux Pas
Who can forget the iconic mullet hairstyle? Business in the front, party in the back - because why commit to just one style?
Leg warmers weren't just for dancers - they were a fashion statement. Bonus points if they matched your scrunchie.
Fanny packs were the ultimate accessory, allowing you to carry your essentials while keeping your hands free for the most important task - the Macarena.
The Technological Wonders
Walkmans were the epitome of portable music technology - unless you forgot to bring extra batteries, then it was just a stylish paperweight.
Playing Oregon Trail on a chunky computer was the original battle royale - dysentery never stood a chance against our pioneer spirit.
Trying to record your favorite TV show on a VCR required the precision of a bomb defusal expert - one wrong button press and your Saturday morning cartoons were lost to the void.
So, if you survived the 80's with your dignity (mostly) intact, consider yourself a true warrior. And remember, no matter how cringeworthy those old photos may be, they're a testament to a time when fashion, technology, and questionable dance moves reigned supreme.
